Accounts Assistant

Pertemps; Northampton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team in Northampton. The role involves managing payroll, processing transactions, and supporting financial reporting. Ideal candidates will have AAT Level 3 or equivalent, at least 3 years of accounts experience, and familiarity with Xero and Sage Payroll. This position offers 25 days of holiday, company pension, and opportunities for development.

Benefits

25 days holiday, rising to 27 with service

Company pension (up to 10% employer contribution)

Group life assurance

Health Cash Plan

Staff bonus scheme

Supportive team and opportunities for development

Qualifications

• 3+ years' accounts experience, with payroll knowledge.
• Confident with accounting software like Xero and Sage Payroll.

Responsibilities

• Run payroll and HMRC submissions using Sage Payroll.
• Process receipts, payments, and invoices using Xero.
• Reconcile bank statements and company accounts.
• Support month-end and year-end processes.
• Assist with financial reporting and ad-hoc admin.

Skills

Excellent Excel Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

AAT Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Sage Payroll

Xero

Job description

Accounts Assistant
Location: Northampton | Hours: Full Time | Salary: £27 to £32k

Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of our client for someone to join our friendly finance team as an Accounts Assistant and help keep our financial processes running smoothly! You’ll work closely with the Accounts Manager, managing payroll, processing transactions, reconciling accounts, and supporting reporting and month-end tasks.

Perks & Benefits:

• 25 days holiday, rising to 27 with service.
• Company pension (up to 10% employer contribution).
• Group life assurance, Health Cash Plan, and staff bonus scheme
• Supportive team and opportunities for development.

What You’ll Do:

• Run payroll and HMRC submissions (Sage Payroll).
• Process receipts, payments, and invoices (Xero).
• Reconcile bank statements and company accounts.
• Support month-end and year-end processes.
• Assist with financial reporting and ad-hoc admin.

You’ll Need:

• AAT Level 3 or equivalent.
• Excellent Excel Skills
• 3+ years’ accounts experience, with payroll knowledge.
• Confident with Xero, Sage Payroll, and Excel.
• Great attention to detail, organisation, and communication.

Apply now to join a business that values your skills, rewards your effort, and helps you grow!